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Broncos reload after memorable state semifinal run
LIND — If you ask Lind/Ritzville (14-2) Head Coach Cari Galbreath, last season was special for the Broncos. “…
GALLERY: Sage-‘N-Sun 2025
EPHRATA — Ephrata’s annual Sage-‘N-Sun festival Friday and Saturday brought the community out for music, a parade, food and fun. Here are a few scenes from the…
Fresh spin
MOSES LAKE — Sometimes, you learn best by doing. “I had never taken a spin class until recently,” said CyclePath Spin Studio owner Rita Morfin. “But it was …
Man impersonating Washington state agency stole $90K in fraud scheme, charges say
OLYMPIA — Last fall, thousands of businesses and charities received bills that appeared to be from the state of Washington. Many recipients obliged, sending…
Some progress for ag in 2025 legislative session, Dent says
MOSES LAKE — While some progress has been made on revising the state’s Climate Commitment Act to reduce its impact on farming, Representative Tom Dent, R-Moses…
Hooray, Bluey is up for adoption
MOSES LAKE – Bluey, not the loveable cartoon character but instead the loveable cat, is up for adoption at Grant County Animal Outreach.
WIAA officially adds girls flag football
MOSES LAKE — The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association passed the amendment to add girls flag football as an official sport. The sport was official…
Dru Gimlin tournament set for Saturday
QUINCY – The annual Dru Gimlin 3-on-3 basketball tournament will be this Saturday with player check-in beginning at 8 a.m. and the first games starting at 9 a.…
Quincy street plan subject of July 1 public hearing
QUINCY — The Quincy City Council will hold a hearing July 1 to solicit public opinion on the city’s six-year street improvement plan. It's scheduled for 6 p.m.…
City of Soap Lake reassumes control of Smokiam Campground, plans upgrades
SOAP LAKE – After years of private management, the City of Soap Lake has officially taken back control of the Smokiam Campground. Mayor Peter Sharp said he sup…
Ephrata completes upgrades to Nat Washington Way
EPHRATA – After months of planning and construction, Nat Washington Way has received significant upgrades designed to improve an important thoroughfare in Ephr…
A card for every interest at the Cardman store
EPHRATA – Darren Donoghue said he was 5 years old when he got his first pack of trading cards. He even remembers the truck he was sitting in, his parents’ 1975…
Little Big Show
WILSON CREEK — Sometimes, a car owner just can’t help himself. “Originally I bought it because I needed a commuter,” said Ricky Gutierrez, who was showing h…
’70s-themed Senior Picnic a groovy time
MOSES LAKE — About 700 people came out to the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce’s annual Senior Picnic June 11, which was pretty much on a par with last year, Cha…
Law enforcement logs for June 18, 2025
The reports below were provided by the sheriff’s office or police department. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Adams County Sheriff’s Office This is the active list …
Pawse and adopt Pawee
OTHELLO – Pawee is a loving and friendly adult male dog. He loves to cuddle and share kisses with his friends.